Technically, shortening is any type of fat used for baking that is solid at room temperature. The shortening available at grocery stores is usually made of hydrogenated vegetable oils. It's called ...

When people think about shortening, their mind goes straight to Crisco. That iconic white tub has been a baking staple for decades, but shortening doesn't have to mean Crisco specifically. By ...

Person pours cake mix from a big mixing bowl into a cake pan - Pekic/Getty Images Bakers have a lot of differing opinions, but one thing they all agree on is that no one wants their precious creations ...

The perfect pie crust is flaky, tender, golden brown and with a delicate flavor that complements any paired filling. Tha ...